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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1937
Page
1
A column notes old streetcars in Cedar Rapids and the coming bus replacement, then urges wage reforms and a 30 hour work week. It critiques Senator Norris of Nebraska, argues against overwork and underpayment, and warns against constitutional overreach while praising fair play.
Joseph Rose admitted owning a safety deposit box in Jersey City containing a $350,000 cache of unset diamonds 181 diamond rings 40 lavallieres 55 bracelets and other gems. Police tied the stash to his reported theft from Louis Gorelick and to Rose’s refusal to reveal wealth while on home relief.
Decorah mayor George Baker and Mrs. Baker faced a damaged car after a large ox wandered into the road. The incident, while not reported as a major event, offers a light moment amid tales of roaming livestock on southern highways.
Alf Landon remarks that better government comes from how laws are administered and enforced rather than the sheer number of laws. The piece cautions against frequent lawmaking and urges emphasis on enforcing essential statutes to avoid burdening the public with ineffective governance.
A fragment discusses the Mattson kidnapping as evidence of organized crime’s reach, noting involvement of influential politicians and possible police complicity. It suggests the boy was likely abducted, framing the crime as a warning example of corruption and law enforcement ties.
Sub freezing temperatures hit southern California causing crop damage mainly to citrus. Official early estimates suggest losses could reach several million dollars with orchard heating costs around 1 million dollars.
The piece argues that individuals commit crimes after seeing big crooks escape punishment. It praises the FBI but warns harsher enforcement would reduce major crimes. It cites parole systems as part of the broader issue and discusses national law enforcement credibility.
In Today’s Gazette a gallery of society pictures, editorials, and feature notes across pages 2 to 7. Notable items include PAUL ENGLE and others in a red plush album display, a new COO-COO CLASSICS feature, and election season glimpses as the legislature convenes. Also previewed are sports, music matinee origins, and regional construction items.
Detroit and Washington dispatches report General Motors will meet with United Automobile Workers after plant sit downs end. The UAW escalates strike methods, accusing GM of rejecting negotiation offers while Gov. Murphy and Federal Conciliator Dewey press for revival of talks.
Funeral services were held at Brucemore for Mrs George B Douglas who died Thursday after a heart attack. Friends recalled her kindness sending aid and support to clubs and individuals in Cedar Rapids. The service included a Book of Common Prayer burial and floral tributes as mourners gathered in the hall near the family rooms.
The Lucien Savage family lost nearly all possessions when their two story frame home on Thirty fourth street south of Pioneer avenue SE burned at 1 15 p m Saturday. Firemen arrived after a 1 31 p m alert but could not save the structure as flames swept through walls. Mrs Savage cut her hand reaching for clothing and received first aid at the scene.
A reader describes a 27 year old daughter who drinks heavily after a stillborn loss and blocked pregnancy. The writer suggests inner pain from bereavement, the husband’s drinking, and a defense of indifference. The columnist urges understanding over blame and proposes adoption as a possible path, warning that talk is ineffective now.
A stubborn crew cleared streetcar rails on First Avenue E to Kenwood, enabling the first car in two days to reach Kenwood by about 5 p.m. Saturday. Ice and trolley breaks disrupted other city lines as crews pressed to resume Marion and Cedar Rapids routes and buses carried passengers to Marion and Bever Park.
In Butte Montana 85 year old John J Swingley of Livingston wed 65 year old Nannie Smith of Bozeman and then departed for a California honeymoon signifying that you're never too old to marry.
A federal grand jury indicted 29 people in Kansas City including election judges clerks and one policeman for alleged civil rights violations in the November vote. The indictments accuse conspiracy to injure voters by miscounting ballots in both presidential and congressional elections. The case is a preliminary report and reflects concerns raised by Judge Albert L Reeves about safeguarding ballots.
Temperatures slid toward the sub zero zone in Cedar Rapids on Saturday night under a clear sky as the city remained under a light ice sheet from sleet and rain storms. The mercury rose to 7 above by 3 p.m. then fell to 3, 2, and remained near zero late evening while street crews worked to clear downtown and main highways could be traveled with caution at 35 to 40 mph.
Six armed men held ten people at the entrance of a Salt Lake City department store and tried to rob messenger Grant Needham just after he finished a $70,000 bank deposit. They seized his leather bag, fled in a rented sedan, and abandoned it later. The bag held three deposit books but no cash.
Notre Dame students prefer purity in women over other traits with 66 percent rating environment highly, 19 percent partial. intelligence and honesty follow, beauty trailing. Some quotes mock campus dating, noting cost and learning potential with coeds.
Charles W. Walker killed himself a year ago on his 342 acre plot beside Mitchell Field after his finances failed. The War Department announced a $1,520,000 appropriation Saturday to buy the land for enlarging the army airfield.
The Sunday Referee reported that Col and Mrs Charles A Lindbergh may be awaiting another child in Weald Kent. They reside at Long Barn with infant son Jon and the paper noted Mrs Lindbergh has been largely indoors. A local couple was hired as servants and their son is suspected as a playmate for Jon. No health statement was made regarding Mrs Lindbergh.
William Netolicky, 15, of Solon, was shot in the chest while looking down a rabbit hole during a rabbit hunt Saturday. The bullet entered below the ninth rib and remained in his back. an operation was postponed due to shock. He was taken to St Luke's hospital in fair condition.
The Sunday Referee reports Britain may blockade the Spanish coast unless Germany Italy and Russia stop aiding Spain. Eden to convene a Europe wide meeting to seek a ban on aid while admiralty experts draft plans. Britain argues neutral status must be upheld to avert a wider war.
Berlin rejects French and British reports that German regulars entered Spanish Morocco or Spain itself. The German News Agency says no German troops are there while hinting volunteers may be involved, criticizing foreign press for poisoning international relations.
AP reports a brief weather outlook for Chicago and the wider upper Mississippi valley and lower Missouri region. Forecast covers period from January to early week with expected temperature ranges and precipitation chances.
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